halloween self-care
- lxrynwxtring
- Oct 28, 2022
- 2 min read
10/28/22
I cannot believe that it is almost halloween!! you can best bet that my Weiner dog is dressing up as a hot dog for the occasion. (I know this is hilarious XD)
but with spooky season comes seasonal depression (which we've been over before & I will not elaborate) but when this time of year comes around, it is ultra important for us to take care of ourselves.
we may not be able to stop the seasonal affective disorder, but we can help make it as least worrisome as possible by taking care and listening to our bodies.
here is a list of self-care activities to initiate spooky weekend:
dig your cold weather pjs out of the closet
paint pumpkins with inspirational quotes or saying
do something to celebrate your body
do a thing that you've been afraid to do
embrace the concept of warmth in your life
buy or make something to add to your fall wardrobe
choose a day to unplug and enjoy the weather
wash your bedding & bring out the warm blankets
make soup or a crock pot recipe
check in with how you are feeling
enjoy your morning beverage outside
let go of that thing that's been bothering you
start a 7-day gratitude practice
give yourself a massage with lotion
pick one bad habit that you want to work on
light candles or the fireplace and relax
strive to create more balance in life
declutter and get rid of things you no longer need
spend time outside journaling or reading
bake some goodies and share them with the people you love
warm blankets & windows open call for a restful nap
indulge in pumpkin bread, coffee, or muffins
go on a nature walk & take pictures of the season
slow down & savor the little moments
get spiritual. meditate, read, or spend time in prayer
apple cider, candied apples, and apple picking
write a letter to release emotions
practice hygge, the art of coziness
honor the ancestors in some way
sit by a fire pit or heater
all of these are just ideas of course!! it is up to you to discover whatever works for you.
and maybe your idea of self-care is talking to your therapist, getting a different medication, or having a grippy sock vacation (iykyk). but you have the option to do whatever is best for you.
asking for help is nothing to be ashamed of & this is the time to do so! keep yourself in check and make sure things aren't set up for failure by creating bad habits. create the good habits now while the weather is still somewhat warm & before winter arrives to freeze us all out of willingness to do much of anything...
this list of autumn self-care is from a girl known as "blessings manifesting." her name is Dominee and she's amazing! I admire her work and have used her templates to give you guys information before many times.
if you are looking for colorful and inspiring mental health help and support, please go check her out!
I hope you guys enjoyed today's simple and easy post!
have a wonderful halloween weekend and stay safe!
xx Loryn
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